. >> reporter: jason's rescue dog of hayeser when he was in the service in 2008. 20-month-old caylee came along later. so never had a problem with the two. >> reporter: but the family does have a problem, a 1 1/2 cousin in foster care in idaho. >> and we're really the only family members who have the capability of taking care of him right now. >> reporter: but in order to adopt, maryland state government has made a demand about the dog. >> we had to sign an agreementstating we will get rid of him if they decide he cannot be in the home. >> is it just because it's a pit bull? >> uh-huh. i think there's so much stigma against pit bulls there's a good chance they'll say he can't be here. >> it's a tough choice to have to make, but you know, okay. okay. okay. that's it. that's the most threatening thing about this dog. he's liable to lick you. whether you want him to or not. >> reporter: the family reached out to rescue groups to find a new home if it comes to that, fearing if he goes to a pound. >> i'm pretty sure he would be euthanized. >> 65 pounds. he's a big dog. but he just loves u